In warm weather, how many days should a mason wait before laying concrete block on the footing? What are the benefits?

Q: What effect does the kind of cement have on the strength of concrete? Prepare your justifications by…

A: Introduction: Cement is a binding agent used with aggregates and other ingredients to produce…

Q: #5 DOWELS @ 12" O.C. ALTERNATING DIRECTIONS #4 REBAR @ 12" O.C. 5 EACH #4 CONT. REBAR 3' 1'-3" 12'…

A: Given Data, Continuous bar = 5 each #4 Lateral bar = #4 @ 12 inch on center Dowel bar = #5 @ 12 inch…

Q: GIVE 3 TYPES OF CONCRETE USED IN A COASTAL CONSTRUCTION

A: Coastal structures are the ones which are constructed in the water. These are also known as marine…

Q: . what are the basic principles of foundation support engineering design?

A: The basic principles of foundation design are to make sure that the structural loads are…

Q: You have inherited the formwork from another project and it can handle 900 psf of pressure. You are…

A: This question is related to the Concrete Engineering.

Q: How to measure the slump of freshly mixed concrete?

A: Slump is a measurement of concrete's workability or fluidity. It's an indirect measurement of…

Q: write short notes on comparison between cement pressure grouting and epoxy grouting.

A: Grouting has been the procedure of inserting content through cavities or fractures in mortar,…

Q: Define the difference in application between open stirrups and closed stirrups in concrete beams?

A: Basically function of the stirrups is to  Resist shear stress developed in the beam  Hold the main…

Q: What is the self-weight of an 8 inch thick normal weight concrete (150 pcf) slab?

A: Given data in question  8 inch thick slab 150 pcf To find out  self weight of 8 inch slab

Q: how many curing days required for 28-day concrete strength?

A: When coarse, fine aggregate, cement and water are mixed in a proportion corresponding to the…

Q: what factors influence the creep of concrete?

A: To Determine: The factors that influence the creep of concrete.   Introduction: The term creep is…

Q: How does the Mat (or Raft) Foundations functions properly?

A: - MAT or RAFT Foundation is a type of foundation which transfer load from column and walls to soil…

Q: 2) What are lime pops? How are they formed? How do lime pops affect mortar properties?

A: Lime in soil is present in the form of ground limestone rock, which naturally contains calcium…

Q: The garage measures 20'0" x 20'0" . It needs concrete poured to a depth of 6 inches. The garage…

A: Given Data, Cross section of garage = 20×20 Cross section of Garage door= 16×8 Depth of concrete to…

Q: Compare the advantages and disadvantages of brick ma Name the various stages of manufacture of…

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Q: Is it possible for a concrete building to be fully devoid of expansion and contraction joints?

A: Yes for contraction joints and no for expansion joints at different conditions mentioned below.  In…

Q: Identify various clay masonry products and explain how they are typically used?

A: Clay Masonry Products: Following are the various clay masonry products: Building bricks Paving…

Q: Explain what is the deflection limit (live load) for bridge slabs ?

A: Solution: According to AASHTO system the live load is basically limited to L/800 to L/1000 for the…

Q: You have been asked to quantify the reinforced concrete & formwork required to build the foundations…

A: 21-story skyscraper  15 footings of Length = 2' = 0.167ft. Width = 2' = 0.167ft.  Deep = 12'' = 1…

Q: What is meant by the fineness of cement? Provide a thorough discussion.

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Q: What effect does the kind of cement have on the strength of concrete?

A: Cement is vastly used binding material in construction nowadays. It is very important constituent of…

Q: What should you do with mortar that becomes stiff from hydration while waiting for use?

A: Mortar is mixture of sand ,cement and water. With time mortar uses the water for hydration purpose…

Q: 1b. Discuss some of the factors that affect strength of concrete on construction project site.

A: 1 b. The mixing of cement, water, aggregates and some admixtures in a particular proportion results…

Q: What will prevent bitumen from adhering to a concrete wall?

A: Bitumen is naturally occurring substance .  As well as Bitumen is obtained as residue after…

Q: With sketches explain the various specifications for self compacting concrete.

A: self-compacting concrete is defined as concrete that consolidates by its own weight. It doesn't…

Q: the "Properties of concrete, minimum concrete cover for footings, columns, beams, concrete walls,…

A: In the construction industry, concrete is most usually utilized as the establishment for most…

Q: Masonry brickwork has a density of 143 Ib/ft. Determine the maximum height(FT) of a brick wall if…

A: Stress =  load / area  Load = 125 x 3.6 x 5.5 = 2475 lb

Q: What cost advantages may be obtained from the use of fiberreinforced concrete?

A: Fiber reinforced concrete is a conctete containing  fibrous material . Their are different type of…

Q: why we use Lightweight Concrete ?

A: Light weight concrete are those concrete whose density is less than 1920kg/m3

Q: Why is brick debris an un preferable break for concrete work

A: Brick debris is un preferable for concrete work because of following reasons:- strength…

Q: 3) Concrete achieves its full strength after a day period? a) 45 b) 28 c) 7 d) 3 4) #8 Resteel has a…

A: ASKED: To complete the given statement using the given options.      Given statement: Concrete…

Q: building the structures ir

A: To find : Yhee term that is used to indicate the art of building the structures in stones. Given…

Q: With the help of a sketch, explain why and where building separation joints should be provided.…

A: It is asked to explain the following,1. Why and where building separation joints should be…

Q: What are the advantages and disadvantages of the various types of mortar joints?

A: 1.Concave joint:Advantages: These are shallow concave joints with the plain surface brick quality,…

Q: A client wants to build hotel with load bearing masonry walls between rooms that are spaced 25'-0"…

A: Given data 25' span = (25*300) = 7500 mm

Q: Q3. Discuss the importance of reinforcing the concrete?

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Q: Estimate the TOTAL quantity of cement, sand and gravel needed for 12 pieces of the typical concrete…

A: Given data, Number of footings and column = 12 Concrete in colums = Class B Concrete in footing =…

Q: Describe about the methods that are commonly used to prevent the occurrence of, or to offset the…

A: Frost heave caused by ice formation during freezing conditions is an upward swelling of the soil. It…

Q: 4. Please describe the requirements for the concrete transportation.

A: Concrete need to be transported when the batching plant is not established at the project site. And…